Congressman Mark Alford was elected by his Republican colleagues to serve as Secretary of the House Republican Conference for the 120th Congress, adding a leadership role to his work representing Missouri’s 4th Congressional District.
Alford, who spent more than 35 years in broadcast communications, sought the position to strengthen communication between members and leadership, expand messaging resources and ensure members have a greater platform to share their priorities.
Prior to his election, Alford served as Deputy Vice Chair for Communications at the National Republican Congressional Committee and chaired the Republican Study Committee’s Strategic Messaging Task Force. In those roles, he helped provide media training, launch the RSC’s “Right to the Point” podcast and organize workshops to help members improve their communication and media outreach.
As Conference Secretary, Alford plans to expand mentorship programs for incoming members and chiefs of staff, organize events to encourage collaboration among members and staff, and continue the House GOP Job Bank. He also plans to work with the leadership team to elevate the legislative priorities of members across the Republican conference.
Alford said he was honored by the trust of his colleagues and looks forward to serving as a resource for members during the 120th Congress, emphasizing his goal of ensuring leadership hears their voices.
Jake Kroesen serves as the Editor of the Missouri Times. He hails from Independence, Missouri and enjoys all things Jackson County. A graduate of UCM, he obtained his degree in Political Science.
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